Crab Cove

Name: Crab Cove
Address: 1200 McKay Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Rating: 4.8

West Alameda

Get your hands dirty exploring tide pools teeming with crabs and small sea creatures at this protected marine sanctuary. The visitor center's 800-gallon aquarium and hands-on exhibits make it a perfect intro to Bay ecology for curious kids and adults alike.

Family-friendly shoreline

Hands-on marine exhibits

Tide pool exploration

Calm Bay views

Tips

🦀"truly a gem in Alameda"

⭐"Definitely worth a stop" (Vacation Idea)

📞call ahead to check for field trips

Crab Cove

1200 McKay Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA

Upcoming at Crab Cove

Friday, Jun 19

Story Time @ Crab Cove

June 19 at 10:30am

Stories by the water set the tone for a mellow Friday morning. Kids settle in for picture books, then grab crayons for a themed coloring sheet while parents soak up bay views. No sign-ups, no stress: just show up at 10:30 and let the littles lead the way.

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